MONTEREY COUNTY — Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) Board of Directors recently adopted the Agency’s fiscal year 2025-26 Budget and Overall Work Program, which outlines a strategic investment of $9.7 million to deliver transportation improvements across Monterey County.
The budget includes $4.5 million in operating expenditures, supporting regional planning, public engagement, grant development and administration; and $5.2 million in direct program expenditures, funding project development, construction and implementation of transportation initiatives.
The budget and work program prioritize the following key projects and programs:
- US 101 South of Salinas Improvements: Continued environmental review and design to address congestion and safety on this vital corridor;
- State Route 68 Scenic Corridor: Installation of adaptive traffic signal technology and planning for future roundabouts to improve traffic flow and safety;
- SURF! Busway and Bus Rapid Transit Project: Preparing for construction of a dedicated busway connecting Marina to Sand City;
- Rail Extension to Salinas: Coordination with Caltrain and Capitol Corridor to prepare for expanded passenger rail service;
- Safe Routes to School Program: Expansion of education, outreach, and infrastructure planning to support safe walking and biking to schools;
- Vision Zero Planning: Development of local safety action plans for ten jurisdictions to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries; and
- Measure X Program Delivery: Continued support for local road maintenance, regional safety projects, and active transportation infrastructure.
“This budget is a roadmap for delivering real transportation solutions,” said Executive Director Todd Muck. “From major highway improvements to safer routes for kids walking to school, we’re investing in projects that make a difference in people’s daily lives.”
